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* The world record strongman-style deadlift (where a suit, straps and hitching are allowed) is 500 kg (1,102.3 lb) by [Eddie Hall](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9Y4o_BqC0A). He also owns the partial deadlift world record at 536 kg (1,181.7 lb).
* The world record for a raw, strongman-style elephant bar deadlift (a deadlift where only a weight belt, lifting straps and hitching are allowed) is 472 kg (1,040.6 lb) by Hafthor Bjornsson.
* The world record deadlift for women is 305 kg (672.4 lb) by [Becca Swanson](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zCjRcjate0).